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The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) 5th Assault Corps have entered the Arak gas field east of the ancient city of Palmyra eganing ISIS units in the area.
According to some sources, the 5th Assault Corps took full control over the gas field on Wednesday. However, it still has to be confirmed by photos or videos from the site. Furthermore, it’s complicated to control this area without controlling the nearby Arak village.
A pro-government media activist, Ivan Sidorenko, released some photos allegedly depicting Syrian soldiers at near the Arak field:
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On Tuesday, the SAA captured a large area from ISIS east of the city of Al-Qaryatayn with an aim to reach the strategic al-Busairi crossroads. On Wednesday, government troops continued their advance.
damn are those roasted ISIS tikka masala tendons in the black bags in the last pic? Italian mob style.
no visit to indian restaurant for me for a while …
XD …. but they are good my friend! haha
The push to DeirEzzor might have started. Go Syrian Army!
May our prayers for you, brave SAA soldiers, carry you to a brilliant strings of victories, and one day, when this madness is over, all of you to safely return home to your families. God bless you!!!